Title
Community Pride Award - Famous Dave's
History
Mayor Pekau and the Village Board will present Community Pride Awards to Famous Dave's of Orland Park.
Ken Gaspar, General Manager of the Orland Park Location will be accepting the award for Famous Dave's. Famous Daves is receiving this award for their commitment and inclusionary employment practices by employing those with disabilities. By doing so, they are instilling a sense of pride and dignity to the lives of those with disabilities.
Steve Barone is an employee of Famous Daves who has Cerebral Palsy. Steve is visually impaired and has been confined to a wheel chair his whole life. Steve has been working at Famous Daves for almost 8 years and has only missed 3 days. Steve handles various tasks for a few hours a week with the support of his family and co-workers. Steve's father also works part time at Famous Dave's helping out around the restaurant while his son is working. Famous Dave's does not have a formal program but they have opened their store to Steve Barone and his family.